The Templars: History and Myth: From Solomon's Temple to the Freemasons by Micha

Description: The Templars by Michael Haag The definitive guide to the Templars - from Solomons Temple to the Freemasons. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An order of warrior monks founded to protect pilgrims to Jerusalem, the Templars were among the most powerful bodies in the medieval world. Yet two centuries later, they were accused of blasphemy, heresy and orgies, and their leaders were burnt at the stake. Part guide, part history, this book investigates the Templar legends and legacy - from the mysteries of Solomons Temple in Jerusalem, via nineteenth century development of the Freemasons, through to Templar appearances in Dan Brown and Indiana Jones.This book explains the whole context of Templar history, including the recent evidence discovered by the Vatican that the Templars were not guilty of heresy. It also features a guide to Templar castles and sites. Notes Subtitled, History & Myth: From Solomons Temple To The Freemasons. Investigates the legends and legacies, with a guide to Templar castles and sites. Author Biography Michael Haag has written widely on the Egyptian, Classical and Medieval worlds. He is the author of the much-admired Alexandria: City of Memory and of the bestselling Rough Guides to Tutankhamun and The Da Vinci Code. Review Michael Haag, in his well-knit narrative gets through an enormous spread of history * Daily Telegraph *An essential guide for anyone who wants a comprehensive guide to the Templars ... a perfect place to begin your quest. * Good Book Guide *Admirably comprehensive and balanced * Birmingham Mail *An intriguing and revealing work that surprises and entertains * Nottingham Evening Post *The true story of the templars, revealed in Haags book, is even more astonishing than the legends they spawned * Waterstones Books Quarterly *Michael Haags comprehensive and considered book covers a multitude of topics related to the group... -- Fachtna Kelly * Sunday Business Post * Promotional The definitive guide to Templars history, legends and mysteries - and the belief that their hand can be seen in everything from the Cathar heresy to Masonic conspiracies. Long Description The definitive guide to the Templars - from Solomons Temple to the Freemasons. An order of warrior monks founded to protect pilgrims to Jerusalem, the Templars were among the most powerful bodies in the medieval world. Yet two centuries later, they were accused of blasphemy, heresy and orgies, and their leaders were burnt at the stake. Part guide, part history, this book investigates the Templar legends and legacy - from the mysteries of Solomons Temple in Jerusalem, via nineteenth century development of the Freemasons, through to Templar appearances in Dan Brown and Indiana Jones. This book explains the whole context of Templar history, including the recent evidence discovered by the Vatican that the Templars were not guilty of heresy. It also features a guide to Templar castles and sites. Review Text Michael Haag, in his well-knit narrative gets through an enormous spread of history Promotional "Headline" The definitive guide to Templars history, legends and mysteries - and the belief that their hand can be seen in everything from the Cathar heresy to Masonic conspiracies - now in paperback. Details ISBN1846681537 Author Michael Haag Publisher Profile Books Ltd Year 2009 ISBN-10 1846681537 ISBN-13 9781846681530 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint Profile Books Ltd Subtitle History and Myth: From Solomons Temple to the Freemasons Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 271.7913 Illustrations Illustrations Pages 384 Edition Main Language English Translated from English Publication Date 2009-07-02 UK Release Date 2009-07-02 AU Release Date 2009-07-02 Edition Description Main Alternative 9781800819603 Audience General NZ Release Date 2009-08-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:21299357;

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